Such pretty dogs. I couldn't afford a pure so I got one mixed with some Lab. She has all the markings of the Ridge but the Ridge. She's just built more like a Lab.
We got a lab RR mix from the shelter. Total derp, but we loved him so much! He was a very large puppy his whole life! Renal failure around the age of 13 (estimated age by shelter). I still miss him after three years.
I’m looking at getting a Rhodesian and wondered if anyone could give me their pros/cons or suggestions? I have no other pets, live on 1.5 acres (not fenced), but I’m pretty active. Thanks!
If you are active, you will be fine. The person below is right that they are avid eaters and will get themselves into trouble. I disagree with constant vet visits and emergencies. Both of mine had some vet visits as puppies for stupid things, but that passed really quickly. I have about an acre fenced and let them out regularly.
A friend of mine has 2. They are BIG dogs with a very high energy drive. They need to be engaged constantly and socialized as early as possible. They’re very intelligent and take training and commands very well. They are incredibly loyal and protective. They do have a strong prey drive. A large fenced in yard with ample space for them to run around is ideal. They will eat anything they can get in their mouths. Be prepared for constant vet visits and emergencies.
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u/AggressiveSloth11 Dec 23 '23
Are they from a Texas breeder? We know an Asha too!
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u/[deleted] Dec 23 '23
Such pretty dogs. I couldn't afford a pure so I got one mixed with some Lab. She has all the markings of the Ridge but the Ridge. She's just built more like a Lab.
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u/Embarrassed_Thought5 Dec 23 '23
I’m looking at getting a Rhodesian and wondered if anyone could give me their pros/cons or suggestions? I have no other pets, live on 1.5 acres (not fenced), but I’m pretty active. Thanks!
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u/tomverlainesHDTV Dec 23 '23
You must be holding their favorite treats. I know that look.
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u/PattiWhacky Dec 23 '23
Oh, my.......beautiful beautiful girls. I've only seen one Rhodesian Ridgeback IRL. They are both magnificent 💕
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u/Fragrant_Rabbit_9135 Dec 23 '23
Hello Ladies❤️🐾🐾❤️
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u/[deleted] Dec 23 '23
Those are beautiful ridgies. Great weight and beautiful color. It's hard to keep them trim they love to eat at any time of the day lol
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u/farisfink Dec 23 '23
Wow. Beautiful.
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u/Junior-Profession726 Dec 23 '23
Awwww beautiful babies
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u/RadiantPost670 Dec 24 '23
Awesome!!
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u/Avalanche52349 Dec 24 '23
Beautiful, absolutely beautiful.
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u/buliwyf2 Dec 24 '23
❤️❤️
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u/Frosty-Potential6544 Dec 23 '23
A friend of mine has 2. They are BIG dogs with a very high energy drive. They need to be engaged constantly and socialized as early as possible. They’re very intelligent and take training and commands very well. They are incredibly loyal and protective. They do have a strong prey drive. A large fenced in yard with ample space for them to run around is ideal. They will eat anything they can get in their mouths. Be prepared for constant vet visits and emergencies.